Hupo is your best option for Chinese food in Long Island City.

Brooklyn Noosh is a casual spot in Bed-Stuy with burgers, beer, kabobs, and a big outdoor patio in their back alley.

Ulysses is a big Irish pub in FiDi with live music every night.

If you’re looking to hear some live music around Elmhurst or Jackson Heights, go to Terraza 7.

Rue B is a small jazz bar in the East Village with Happy Hour everyday until 8pm.

Arlene’s Grocery is a Lower East Side bar with live music every night.

Bar Coastal is a sports bar on the UES that makes really good wings.

Pomp & Circumstance is a small Mediterranean spot in Williamsburg that’s a good place to get drinks and a light bite with a date.

Kindred serves natural wines and Mediterranean food in a small East Village space that’s great for casual dates.

Wurstbar is a casual bar in Jersey City with lots of ciders, poutines, and sausages.

The Archer is a cocktail bar in downtown Jersey City that’s great for casual dates.

Head to Skinner’s Loft when you’re looking for rooftop drinks in Downtown Jersey City.

Latham House is an American spot in Jersey City that’s a good option for a group brunch or Happy Hour drinks.

Harry’s Daughter is a Caribbean spot in Jersey City where you should get brunch or dinner with a group.

Hamilton Pork is a BBQ spot in Jersey City with good Happy Hour deals and a big backyard.

Gringo’s is a Mexcian spot in Jersey City where you should drink flights of margaritas with a group.